May 4th Square
We heard fireworks all day long and into much of the night When a new store opens in the mall across from the hospital it has been normal for the grand opening to be accompanied with fireworks, but the booms were continual. Ken asked one of the translators about it and he was told it was the Celebration of the Treasure Dragon according to the Chinese calendar. The Treasure Dragon will bring good luck and money so everyone wants to make sure it knows where they are located by firing off fireworks. Below are some more pictures from yesterday’s trip to Downtown Qingdao. Nathan has his last spinal tomorrow. He has one final injection next Wednesday, but that one is IV only. A patient always begins and ends their treatment with IV injections in case of any complications. You don’t want to hinder going home!!
Look closely for the flags by the lighthouse representing each nation that participated in the Olympics.
Clinton, Shay, Violet, Braden & myself at the Boardwalk.
Old China versus new China.
In addition to Apple Pies, McDonalds in China serves Pineapple Pies. They are yummy!
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